A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss
Claim This Podcastby Kelly A Bertenshaw, MA CCC SLP ECDCS
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<p>When a loved one is diagnosed with Memory Loss or Dementia, family members can feel completely unprepared and overwhelmed. You're now trying to juggle managing your loved one's increasing need for care while also tending to your own family, career and life. It can truly feel like a balancing act.</p><p>I'm Kelly Bertenshaw, a licensed Speech Language Pathologist and certified Dementia Care Specialist. I have worked with those affected by memory loss and their families for more than 20 years. I started this podcast to help you, the family members, as you navigate this journey. Your questions, comments and experiences will drive all our content.</p><p>My goal is to provide you with proven strategies, relevant information and research, as well as actionable steps you can take today .</p><p>Together, we'll find the answers. Because no one should walk this journey alone.</p><p><strong>RSSVERIFY</strong></p><p></p>
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Recent Episodes
June 10, 2026
When Care Needs Change Fast: A 3-Year Future Mapping Guide
<p><strong>Don't wait for a crisis.</strong> If someone you love is showing early signs of memory loss, the time to plan is now. In this episode, Kelly walks you through how to build a simple, realistic three-year care roadmap before urgency makes the decisions for you.</p><p></p><p><strong>FACEBOOK PAGE</strong>: <strong>Please leave questions for Kelly, or set up a chat!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please consider donating to support A BALANCING ACT!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss">https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alzheimers.gov/life-with-dementia/planning-after-diagnosis#tips-for-planning">https://www.alzheimers.gov/life-with-dementia/planning-after-diagnosis#tips-for-planning</a></p><p></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alzheimers.gov/life-with-dementia/planning-after-diagnosis#tips-for-planning">https://www.alzheimers.gov/life-with-dementia/planning-after-diagnosis#tips-for-planning</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.</p>
May 27, 2026
Dementia and Hoarding: Fear of the Void
<p>This episode explores <strong>dementia-related hoarding</strong>, why it happens, what it means, and how families can respond with compassion. Kelly reframes hoarding not as stubbornness or manipulation, but as the brain's way of coping with memory loss. As dementia progresses, people anchor their sense of identity, security, and memory to physical objects, making removal feel threatening and distressing.</p><p></p><p><strong>FACEBOOK PAGE</strong>: <strong>Please leave questions for Kelly, or set up a chat!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Please consider donating to support A BALANCING ACT!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss">https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss</a></p><p></p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.agingcare.com/articles/how-to-handle-hoarding-behaviors-in-dementia-patients-133679.htm">https://www.agingcare.com/articles/how-to-handle-hoarding-behaviors-in-dementia-patients-133679.htm</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-dementia/stages-and-symptoms/dementia-symptoms/hiding-hoarding-losing">https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-dementia/stages-and-symptoms/dementia-symptoms/hiding-hoarding-losing</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://alzfdn.org/alzheimers-today-volume-17-number-3/hoarding-and-dementia/">https://alzfdn.org/alzheimers-today-volume-17-number-3/hoarding-and-dementia/</a></p><p></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.</p>
May 13, 2026
Weight Loss and Dementia
<p>This episode explores why people with dementia often experience significant weight loss and changes in eating and drinking habits. Kelly explains how aging can affect eat and drinking. And how dementia can disrupt hunger and thirst signals, sensory processing, and the brain's ability to complete the steps involved in eating. She then then offers practical strategies to simplify mealtimes, prevent dehydration, and reduce caregiver stress.</p><p><strong>FACEBOOK PAGE</strong>: <strong>Please leave questions for Kelly, or set up a chat!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573800764103</a></p><p><strong>Please consider donating to support A BALANCING ACT!</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss">https://buymeacoffee.com/navigatingmemoryloss</a></p><p><strong>Resources</strong></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/home-life/eating-and-dementia">https://www.dementia.org.au/living-dementia/home-life/eating-and-dementia</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/living-with-dementia/changes-eating-habits-food-preference">https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-support/living-with-dementia/changes-eating-habits-food-preference</a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/daily-care/food-eating?utm_source=google-grant&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=google_grant&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=90372426&gbraid=0AAAAAD14_NhWnrr-bvx0B-bwux9JRzUaF&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_IXQBhCkARIsADqELbJElVmccAgy8omnYc4mqN8eYv6EEpVG6CDSPovQC4NZPdFyNcBQEisaAsHQEALw_wcB">https://www.alz.org/help-support/caregiving/daily-care/food-eating?utm_source=google-grant&utm_medium=paidsearch&utm_campaign=google_grant&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=90372426&gbraid=0AAAAAD14_NhWnrr-bvx0B-bwux9JRzUaF&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_IXQBhCkARIsADqELbJElVmccAgy8omnYc4mqN8eYv6EEpVG6CDSPovQC4NZPdFyNcBQEisaAsHQEALw_wcB</a></p><p>The information shared in this podcast is for EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES only, and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice. By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others, This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Kelly A. Bertenshaw, any guests or contributors to the podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.</p>
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- What is A Balancing Act: Helping Families Navigate Memory Loss?
<p>When a loved one is diagnosed with Memory Loss or Dementia, family members can feel completely unprepared and overwhelmed. You're now trying to juggle managing your loved one's increasing need for care while also tending to your own family, career and life. It can truly feel like a balancing act.</p><p>I'm Kelly Bertenshaw, a licensed Speech Language Pathologist and certified Dementia Care Specialist. I have worked with those affected by memory loss and their families for more than 20 years. I started this podcast to help you, the family members, as you navigate this journey. Your questions, comments and experiences will drive all our content.</p><p>My goal is to provide you with proven strategies, relevant information and research, as well as actionable steps you can take today .</p><p>Together, we'll find the answers. Because no one should walk this journey alone.</p><p><strong>RSSVERIFY</strong></p><p></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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